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To Dare
To Dare, the political climate in South Carolina grew increasingly volatile in December 1860. A convention of 169 prominent figures, including former congressmen, governors, and senators, gathered in Columbia to address the growing issue of secession. These delegates, most of whom were wealthy slave owners, were deeply concerned about the national debate surrounding slavery and the election of Abraham Lincoln. As South Carolina’s secession seemed inevitable, the atmosphere in the room was one of palpable…-
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The Worst Fear
The Worst Fear intensified on April 13 as Fort Sumter faced relentless Confederate bombardment, with each volley becoming more precise and devastating. Captain Foster, the chief engineer, observed the worsening situation and recorded it in his engineering journal, describing how Confederate artillery had begun using "hot shot," incendiary cannonballs designed to ignite structures inside the fort. The Union soldiers inside the fort initially believed they could maintain their defenses, but as the…-
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The Vile Wretch in Petticoats
The Vile Wretch in Petticoats became a significant source of controversy in the South after Uncle Tom’s Cabin was serialized in the National Era, an abolitionist newspaper, beginning on June 5, 1851. The novel, written by Harriet Beecher Stowe, provided a stark and emotional portrayal of the brutality of slavery, which resonated deeply with Northern audiences. Its vivid depictions of violence and human suffering, particularly through characters like Haley, the unscrupulous slave trader, and Simon Legree,…-
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The Unfairness of It All
The Unfairness of It All captures the deepening frustrations and political turmoil experienced by President James Buchanan during the final stages of his presidency, as he navigated the ever-worsening divisions in the United States. Buchanan had entered office in 1857 with a sense of optimism and a desire to restore peace to a nation increasingly divided over the issue of slavery. However, by the end of his term, he found himself overwhelmed by the escalating conflict, particularly the political battle…-
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The True Enemy
The True Enemy emerges in the early days of the Civil War, highlighted by Mississippi's decision to secede from the Union on January 9, 1861. Following in South Carolina's footsteps, Mississippi's secession convention unanimously voted to leave, driven by the belief that slavery was essential to their way of life. The delegates saw the institution of slavery as crucial for their economy, with its preservation seen as a moral and economic necessity. In their declaration of secession, they emphasized a sharp…-
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The Time Will Come
The Time Will Come, and it begins with Orville Browning writing to Abraham Lincoln concerning the upcoming inaugural address. Browning was deeply concerned about the tone of Lincoln's speech, particularly a passage regarding the reclamation of public properties. He feared that such a statement could provoke the secessionists and escalate tensions with the Southern states. In his letter, Browning emphasized the importance of framing the secessionists as the aggressors, a strategy he believed would help…-
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The Sumter Expedition
The Sumter Expedition's critical moment began on the morning of April 12, when the warship Pawnee arrived near Charleston, joining the Harriet Lane and Captain Fox’s ship, the Baltic. This was part of the initial plan to deliver supplies to Fort Sumter, yet the mission faced delays due to the absence of tugboats and warships like the Powhatan and Pocahontas, which were supposed to provide crucial support. The Baltic, alongside the Pawnee and Harriet Lane, was left to navigate the situation with a sense…-
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The Sumter Expedition
The Sumter Expedition marked a pivotal moment in the ongoing tension between the Union and the Confederacy. Captain Fox, standing at the forefront of this precarious mission, felt the weight of responsibility bearing down on him. The absence of the powerful Powhatan left him with limited options, and he knew that attempting to navigate the dangerous waters of Charleston Harbor without sufficient firepower could lead to disaster. However, the urgency of the situation made it clear that an immediate solution…-
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